MY DAY WITH BUD.. based on actual events..

My day with BUD.. Inspired story by Bud..
 First off,, I really enjoy spending time with my brothers in laws family, They are simply wonderful, We have musicians, singers , dancers ,actors ,comedians, fighters, show offs , intellectuals.. The full spectrum.. But the one in law I seem to have a connection with ,, because of age, taste in cars , women , etc.. Is.. Black beauty's owner.. HE'S A THROWBACK.. what do I mean. I mean he's a fast talking, in your face, honest to goodness , bad ass , butt kicking American. He has that mentality that Americans have.. We come , we conquer , We Rule! We are the best and you better back off! I love that about him. His pride and patriotism to this country is amazing , I mean he served 20 long years standing watches overseas, arresting and controlling fellow sailors and marines , and of course defending American interest. His tales of missiles being shot at his ship and shore commands overseas are scary. But he survived ,, and is enjoying the fruits of his sacrifice.. 
 As for me.. I'm enjoying my freedom.. I not knocking Marriage , but it takes alot of work.. daily compromises,  stress about money.. bills. kids grades, projects , activities.. future is enough to make you go bald.. oh wait.. its already has happen.. But its ok.. I'm looking forward to enjoying my next half of my life.. I'm not saying my first half was bad.. But I did what i could do.. Now.. I'm doing what I like to do.. and if people have gripes.. that's your problem. 
 But I realize that My buddy so to speak is on a different phase in his life. He has a new career to think about , kids going off to college and maintaining a great marriage. Its funny , how we relate to one another about cars, girls. sports , attitudes.. We differ at times , but there is respect and believe me I respect this dude.. The sacrifice to be in the military and juggling marriage with children and a career is very awesome !
 Now My day with Bud.. we drank beers , ate wings and things and of course talked cars , the way life used to be.. ??! Man,, I know we Can go back in time but its cool to talk with someone that somewhat recalls the days back then.. But I'm also a realist and that I live for now and the future of my family... My wife gives me freedom.. but I also know someone has to think about the kids futures and such. Being a family man is not for everyone and to be honest I didn't think I had it in me.. especially conversing with bud.. I do miss the freedom to roam around , cruise around town.. staying out late, drinking partying. with girls.. and of course not worrying about others.. But I will have that time as soon as my kids grow up and leave.. I know this might sound mean,.. But I'm looking forward to them leaving the nest.. So I can plan on using their rooms as offices or for my pool table and such.. A work out room.. and get my garage to be that.. A place for the cars and its tools.. But that's still 5- 10 years away.. if not more.. But  I'm eager to see them leave and become young productive adults.. I know I have taught them well or at least I think I have.. But back to Bud... He made me realize that relationships takes time, patience and above all compromise.. You cant always get what you want , but if you try sometimes you get what you need? A Mick Jagger song.. hehe.. But its true.. Relationships are difficult to keep.. We all grow up , or have different wants and needs.. and its human nature to like good looking things.. But that's where I'm different .. I like , but I don't pursue.. I may flirt and joke.. but wifey knows I'm just that way.. I love my family and kids and I have worked too hard to be tempted by temptation.. I'm not saying its not there.. I just avoid the situation.. and when  the thought comes to mind.. I leave the area.. I know.. Passion and feelings are hard to handle but . I feel that's where I have developed discipline in my character.. Don't get me wrong.. I like BUD.. and I think he fun to be with.. But My phase and his phase or feelings about life and relationships are different// I understand how he feels I was involved with a fiance for 6 years and it was the worst time of my life and I went through the playful , play boy.. I don't care attitude.. but then God .. sent me an Angel.. and I have been blessed to have her in my life.. younger , smarter, wiser and above all faithful and loving...  What else can I ask for.. or. yea great looking in dresses and cooks great foods.. She is a loving mama and has ambition... I love her alot.. \
 My day with bud was fun and entertaining, and in my leave status its nice to have a good guy around.. I know if anything we are helping each other cope with things.. Me.. with transition back to civilian life and him.. to the single and independent life.. I love the freedom and independence I have now that the Military life is over.. I'm growing my hair long.. working out daily and getting more quality sleep.. and of course doing useful cleaning of the spaces.. than the Navy... Do it because we need to kill time.. I don't miss those days at all. My day with bud.. fun..,exciting.. enlightening.. and I'm sure more to come.. Stay tuned.. for my blogs.. and Take care.. 
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